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Access port indicator for implantable medical device

  • US 7,191,011 B2
  • Filed: 04/07/2003
  • Issued: 03/13/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/07/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An implantable medical device adapted for placement under the skin of a subject, comprising:

  • a. a reservoir for storing fluid;

    b. a housing defining a port through which fluid access to the reservoir is obtained;

    c. at least one light emitter adapted for emitting light of a predetermined intensity that is directly viewable through the skin of the subject and is positioned in at least partially surrounding relation to said port, whereby said at least one light emitter non-invasively defines the position of said port; and

    d. circuitry for activating said at least one light emitter.

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